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MDA’s Medtech Mission: Balancing Safety, Innovation, And Global Growth

Dr Dr. Muralitharan Paramasua, CEO, Medical Device Authority (MDA) Malaysia

25-Apr-25 08:00

MDA’s Medtech Mission: Balancing Safety, Innovation, And Global Growth

Malaysia’s Medical Device Authority (MDA) stands at the intersection of regulation and innovation, safeguarding public health while advancing the nation’s medtech ambitions. From AI-driven diagnostics to global partnerships, the MDA is positioning Malaysia as a regional hub. Aisalli Ayub speaks to CEO Dr. Muralitharan Paramasua who shares his insights on MDA’s strategy, enforcement, and the future of digital health in Malaysia.

Produced by: Tun Hizami Hashim

Presented by: Aisalli Ayub


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Categories:  technology,  managing disease,  medical advances,  government,  sponsored content

Tags:  AI-driven diagnostics,  global partnerships,  malaysia,  medical device authority,  public healthcare,  medtech,  technology/innovation,  government regulation,  regional hub,  digital healthcare, 


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